The Story Of Nefrekepta: From A Demotic Papyrus (1911)

By Gilbert Murray

Book Overview

The Story of Nefrekepta: From a Demotic Papyrus (1911) is a historical book written by Gilbert Murray. The book is based on a demotic papyrus, an ancient Egyptian document written in a script used for business and administrative purposes. The papyrus tells the story of Nefrekepta, an Egyptian priest who lived in the 4th century BCE. Murray provides a detailed analysis of the papyrus, including its historical context, language, and content. He also examines the life and times of Nefrekepta, shedding light on the religious and cultural practices of ancient Egypt. The book is a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era, offering readers a unique perspective on the lives of ordinary Egyptians during this period. It is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient history or Egyptology.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 112093107X
• ISBN13: 9781120931078
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 58 Pages
• Weight: 0.26 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"